Title: The Island Bear B&B Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Island Bear B&B Boardwalk/promenade bed & breakfast with free breakfast and sauna ## Photo gallery for The Island Bear B&B ![Reception - The Island Bear B&B (Islay Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27580000/27573900/27573854/59455888.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Tasting room - The Island Bear B&B (Islay Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27580000/27573900/27573854/60e89902.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Double Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished - The Island Bear B&B (Islay Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27580000/27573900/27573854/a5b032f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lounge - The Island Bear B&B (Islay Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27580000/27573900/27573854/9aa22ef7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby sitting area - The Island Bear B&B (Islay Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27580000/27573900/27573854/41ae9728.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located close to Bowmore Distillery and Bruichladdich Distillery, The Island Bear B&B provides free full breakfast, an adjacent golf course and a sauna. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Free WiFi £159 includes taxes & fees 16 Dec - 17 Dec ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec 15 - Dec 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=27573854&PinnedHotelID=27573854&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=27573854&PinnedHotelID=27573854&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 16 - Dec 17](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-16&endDate=2025-12-17&selected=27573854&PinnedHotelID=27573854&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-16&endDate=2025-12-17&selected=27573854&PinnedHotelID=27573854&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec 19 - Dec 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=27573854&PinnedHotelID=27573854&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=27573854&PinnedHotelID=27573854&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 26 - Dec 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=27573854&PinnedHotelID=27573854&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=27573854&PinnedHotelID=27573854&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 2 beds 1 bed Showing 2 of 2 rooms ### View all photos for Twin Room ![Twin Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27580000/27573900/27573854/845a42b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Renovated in 2023 Premium bedding Private bathroom Hairdryer - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Double Room ![Double Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27580000/27573900/27573854/0f095aac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Renovated in 2023 Premium bedding Separate bedroom Private bathroom - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FIslay-Island-Hotels-The-Island-Bear-Bed-And-Breakfast.h27573854.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FIslay-Island-Hotels-The-Island-Bear-Bed-And-Breakfast.h27573854.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C55.75746%2C-6.28589&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=fHqHsqIswRWNqzDCD-FsfEwkIIk=) SHORE STREET, Islay Island, Scotland, PA43 7LB #### What's nearby - Bowmore Distillery \- 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Bruichladdich Distillery \- 16 min drive \- 10.3 miles - Laphroaig Distillery \- 22 min drive \- 14.7 miles - Lagavulin Distillery \- 25 min drive \- 16.5 miles - Ardbeg Distillery \- 26 min drive \- 17.3 miles #### Getting around - Islay (ILY) - 8 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Bruichladdich Distillery - ‬13 min drive - ‪Celtic House Coffee Shop - ‬1 min walk - ‪Lucci’s - ‬4 min walk - ‪The Port Charlotte Hotel And Restaurant - ‬16 min drive - ‪Taj Mahal Tandoori - ‬1 min walk ## About this property ### The Island Bear B&B Bed & breakfast remodelled in 2023 and located near Bowmore Distillery Located close to Bruichladdich Distillery, The Island Bear B&B provides free full breakfast, an adjacent golf course and a sauna. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Outdoor pool access nearby - Access to a nearby indoor pool, golf cart on-site and smoke-free property Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles - Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries ## Similar properties ![Superior Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Sea View (Distillery View) | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27580000/27572600/27572586/e7425741.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Bowmore House Bed & Breakfast Islay Island - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Housekeeping 10 Exceptional 55 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-29&endDate=2025-12-30&selected=27572586&PinnedHotelID=27572586&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34900000/34890100/34890084/14bb3f9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Port Charlotte Hotel Islay Island - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.6 Exceptional 63 reviews £260 includes taxes & fees 16 Dec - 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free offsite parking ### Food and drink - Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9 AM ### Things to do - 18-hole adjacent golf course - Golf carts - Indoor pool (guest access) - Outdoor pool (guest access) - Sauna - Wine tasting room - Wine tours ### Family friendly - Access to nearby indoor pool - Access to nearby outdoor pool ### Guest services - Housekeeping (on request) ### Outdoors - On the boardwalk/promenade ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - 3 floors - Built in 1886 - Renovated entire property - February 2023 - Smoke-free property - Victorian architecture ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Hypo-allergenic bedding - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower/bathtub combination - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Tea bags/instant coffee ### More - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Iron/ironing board on request ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Host will greet you ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 1 child can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts cash Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly) ### Property is also known as Island Bear Bed & Breakfast Islay Island Island Bear Islay Island Island Bear & Islay Island The Island Bear Bed Breakfast The Bear B&b Islay The Island Bear Bed Breakfast The Island Bear B&B Islay Island The Island Bear B&B Bed & breakfast The Island Bear B&B Bed & breakfast Islay Island ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The Island Bear B&B have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Island Bear B&B? ### Is The Island Bear B&B pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Island Bear B&B? ### What time is check-in at The Island Bear B&B? ### What time is check-out at The Island Bear B&B? ### Where is The Island Bear B&B located? ## Have a question? 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